Neonatologist

Live the Beach Life: Neonatologist Position in Fort Pierce - Florida's Hidden East Coast Gem

Pediatrix® Medical Group is seeking a dedicated Neonatologist to join our established practice at HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital in Fort Pierce, FL —a vibrant coastal town recognized as one of America's best small-town main streets.

Practice Highlights

• Level III NICU with 20 beds—the largest in the region
• 1,300+ annual deliveries with a daily census of 14
• 24/7 in-house Neonatal Nurse Practitioner coverage
• Renovated & expanded NICU (2023) featuring:
• 20 spacious bed spaces including 2 isolation rooms
• State-of-the-art equipment & centralized workspaces
• In-unit overnight sleep suite for neonatologists
• Advanced ventilation options: HFOV, HFJV, NAVA, SIMV, CPAP, HFNC, and iNO
• Dedicated NNP PICC team
• On-site pediatric subspecialties: surgery, cardiology, ophthalmology, anesthesia
• Full telehealth subspecialty support
• 24-hour neonatal transport system with nurse, RT, and NNP support

About HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital

• 435-bed acute care facility
• Home to the region's only Level III NICU
• Recognized Stroke Center and Level II Trauma Center
• Part of HCA Florida Healthcare, the state's leading healthcare provider

Why Fort Pierce?

• Charming small coastal town with ~47,000 residents
• Warm climate year-round (60–90°F)
• Beautiful beaches & outdoor recreation (boating, fishing, kayaking)
• Easy two hour drive to larger metropolitan areas of South Florida and Orlando
• Affordable cost of living
• Rich cultural scene: museums, galleries, and spring training home of the New York Mets
• Diverse, inclusive, and growing community

Qualifications

BE/BC Neonatologist

Benefits and Compensation

Our clinicians enjoy a competitive compensation package, with many locations offering sign-on bonuses and relocation.

Take great care of the patient, every day and every way. At Pediatrix & Obstetrix, that's not only our motto at work each day; it's also how we view our employees and their families. We know that our greatest asset is YOU.

We take pride in offering comprehensive benefits in a vast array of plans that fit your life and lifestyle, supporting your health and overall well-being. Benefits offered include, but are not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA and HSAs, as well as a 401k plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program. Some benefits are provided at no cost, while others require a cost share between employees and the company. Employees may also select voluntary plans and pay for these benefits through convenient payroll deductions. Our benefit programs are just one of the many ways Pediatrix & Obstetrix helps our employees take care of themselves and their families.

About Us

Pediatrix Medical Group is one of the nation's leading providers of highly specialized health care for women, babies and children. Since 1979, Pediatrix has grown from a single neonatology practice to a national, multispecialty medical group. Pediatrix-affiliated clinicians are committed to providing coordinated, compassionate and clinically excellent services to women, babies and children across the continuum of care, both in hospital settings and office-based practices. The group's high-quality, evidence-based care is bolstered by significant investments in research, education, quality-improvement and safety initiatives.

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Pediatrix is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.